You may have heard of GERD or gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly associated with symptoms of heartburn that are commonplace in Singapore. You may also have seen that hiatal hernia, the protrusion of You may have heard of GERD or gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly associated with symptoms of heartburn that are commonplace in Singapore. You may also have seen that hiatal hernia, the protrusion of the stomach into the diaphragm, can cause GERD and vice versa. If you are concerned about whether you have a hiatal hernia because of GERD symptoms, we’re here to help you gain a better understanding of the relationship between hiatal hernia and GERD so that you can seek timely treatment. 

In Singapore, an inguinal hernia is the most common type of hernia in men and women; though between the two sexes, men experience this condition more. But that’s not to say women are in the clear — in fact, women who have an inguinal hernia are more likely to have a femoral hernia too. Femoral hernias are known as the “silent” hernia because they don’t usually cause symptoms and are more likely to “pinch” a part of the bowel without you knowing. As such, the risk of complications is higher.

We know that hernias are more prevalent in obese individuals (hiatal hernia) and the general male population (inguinal hernia), but did you know that hernias can be present in babies since birth as well? This type of hernia is known as an umbilical hernia.

Obesity brings a slew of medical conditions — if you are overweight or obese, I’m sure your doctor must have already told you about its associated health implications, including a hiatal hernia.

Unlike an inguinal hernia, which is typically associated with birth defects or heavy lifting, a hiatal hernia is almost exclusively known to be linked with obesity. Why so? Let’s find out more about this type of hernia and its treatment options.